Assumptions:

- Portfolio development will be supported "top down" within the College

- Portfolio development within each program will be based in the principles of structured reflective learning.
- The format/structure of the final portfolio will be determined by each program in partnership with their students
- Structured reflective learning and "portfolio thinking" will be incorporated into every course
-committment to evolving or changing college culture
-we follow best practices
-start with faculty producing own portfolios
-comprehensive approach to get buy-in
-PD -a "choice" ; build on champions
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Constraints:

-SWF implications for teachers
-willingness to implement this initiative
-preparation of faculty: PD
-time for integration
-integration plan has to include deans, associate dean, faculty, students
-lack of technology expertise of students
-adequate support
-challenge for part-time faculty
-financial challenge